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| 74% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt a half size smaller than marked"
89% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width"
68% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "No arch support"
Customer Rating/Review
adidas Originals Samba
Number of reviews: 38
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2009-06-25 22:58:52 adidas Originals Samba
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Jason C.
from Cincinnati, Ohio
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These shoes are classic. They are excellently styled football shoes, and I have even skateboarded in them. They do tend to run somewhat small so I got them a half size larger and they feel great. Skateboarding wise, they have excellent grip and do feel the board quite well. The upper is also very durable. I highly recommend these shoes!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Adidas Superstars, Adidas Gazelles, Lakai Manchester, Sperry Top-Sider
2009-06-14 22:17:18 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from Staten Island, NY
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Great. Ordered them a size larger because I took the advice of other reviewers. I am also a woman so I had to convert the size and it all turned out good. My only gripe against the sneakers is about the material being super stiff... but I hope/think it will get softer in time. All in all, definitely worth it. And ZAPPOS was wonderful as well, I will absolutely be ordering from them again in the future.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Converse
2009-06-03 15:42:31 adidas Originals Samba
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Tom S.
from Highland Park, IL
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Excellent shoe and excellent deal at Zappos. I had a pair of these from a few years ago that I wore into the ground and always wanted to find another pair like them. These are a little different than the ones I had, but they are very comfortable and look great. And, I got them in about 18 hours from the time I ordered which is stunning. I have read from others that they run a half size smaller than usual, but I did not find this to be the case for me...I ordered my usual Adidas size and they fit perfectly...maybe it's just me. They are very well made and if you are into Adidas this is a good shoe to have, can wear it just about anywhere and for a long time without any problems. I haven't worn my pair to play football (soccer) in, which is where the Samba design hails from, mainly because I wouldn't want to get my pair messy :). Highly endorsed by a shoe wearer that is very, very, very (did I say very?) picky.
2009-05-30 15:30:06 adidas Originals Samba
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Adam S.
from Seattle, WA
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I wear a size 13 and had read the advice to buy a half size larger. Half sizes don't exist after 13 so I stuck with it rather than getting a shoe way too big. They feel a bit tight in the toe but am going to hope they wear in well. Love the look, great footing, classy.
2009-05-23 23:51:31 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from CO
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Pretty grand shoes. They'll do anything for you; I've played on indoor courts in these and gone backpacking too! Pretty much a great all-round shoe that lasts a long time--I've had mine for over two years and wear them nearly every day.
2009-05-12 16:14:24 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from SF
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I've worn Sambas for 10 years. Not anymore. I wear size 14s and despite buying several pair they're all too small now. I can't order a 14.5 or 15 so time to find another model that doesn't skimp.
2009-05-08 13:48:00 adidas Originals Samba
Reviewer:
Will
from Albuquerque, NM
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Redesigning a classic is a tough sell -
There are several differences between this shoe and the original Samba. First, the sole is a different type of rubber. The original has a gum outsole that is darker. The new tongue is an improvement; it's shorter (looks better) and has a new imprint that looks cool. The heel has a new Adidas imprint that looks cool. However, the heel cup is lined with a synthetic leather that is very uncomfortable. I much prefer the original felt fabric heel cup of the original Samba. I don't know if the pain would go away after break in; I didn't keep them long enough to find out! I also compared this shoe side by side with the original Samba and it runs EXACTLY a half size smaller.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Samba
2009-05-04 06:43:56 adidas Originals Samba
Reviewer:
Tl
from Washington, DC
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
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Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Order a half size up -
These shoes are great for a clean, cool look. They work with jeans, khakis, even a suit (if you live or work in a hip, modern environment). They do run small, I wear 11, ordered that size and they fit extremely tight. 11 1/2 is perfect -- Zappos handled the return perfectly. Requested a return label on a Saturday via cust service. Arrived in my inbox and the new order was delivered that Monday!!!! Outstanding...
2009-04-28 06:33:51 adidas Originals Samba
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Ak27
from New York City
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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blue adidas sambas -
These sambas look good - but more like retro sneakers rather than a performance look. Also, people reported to get one half size larger because they are sized small but I disagree. I would get the usual size.
2009-04-23 08:02:13 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from Charlotte, NC
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A great purchase -
I ordered a half size larger than what I usually wear and it fit perfectly. This is a cool shoe with a really classic look. The only problem is that I don't want to wear anything else and I fear my wife will soon tire of them. And Zappos service is exceptionally good.
2009-04-20 15:20:15 adidas Originals Samba
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Aren
from Portland, OR
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Can't Walk in These -
I love Sambas. I've owned lots of them, but when these came in the mail I put them on and after two blocks of walking had blisters on the side and back of my heels. I put insoles in, which stopped the shoe from rubbing off my skin but that made them way too tight. I just hope they will get much better with break in time.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Sambas Classic
2009-04-20 07:39:06 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from NJ
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Great sneaker -
Samba by Adidas is great. I ordered them in black & in white. They felt comfortable as soon as I started wearing them. No "break in" time.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: adidas shell top
2009-04-02 19:29:38 adidas Originals Samba
Reviewer:
Ricketts
from MINNESOTA
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Perfect! But...
This shoe is glorious. But be warned: do not buy a size too small or even a half size too small!! If you get too small you will be screwed! Get the size you get with all other shoes. Do not be alarmed if it feels [A LITTLE] tight when it comes (mine were, but just a bit) it took a week to wear them in because my ankle rubbed funny on one side. ONCE WORN IN THEY ARE GORGEOUS!!!!!! I have found the perfect pair. I just bought a second pair just to have for future, they are that perfect. Please do not get even a half size too small!!!!!!!!!! I wrote true to size because after wearing them for a few minutes they were starting to feel right on- just at first they feel a little tight--it's ok.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: reef, quicksilver
2009-02-16 19:08:39 adidas Originals Samba
Reviewer:
Brian
from Salt Lake City, UT
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support
Half size smaller than other Sambas -
I was confused by the reviews stating that these are a half size smaller than marked. I didn't know if that meant a 1/2 size smaller than other shoes marked the same size, or a 1/2 size smaller than other Sambas. Many of you who love Sambas like I do, and intend to wear them for the rest of your lives will probably want to know that the size 10 pair I ordered felt a 1/2 size smaller than the other Sambas I have in size 10. Of course the return process is a piece of cake and I will get my size 10.5 Sambas shortly, but it would have been nice to know that distinction before-hand.
2009-02-10 07:00:25 adidas Originals Samba
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Kos
from Lexington, KY
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Love it -
Great shoe! Bought it for my daughter for indoor soccer, but she is wearing it all the time because it is so comfortable. Loves the color (sand) because it goes so well with a lot of what she wears.
2009-01-29 12:01:24 adidas Originals Samba
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Ryan
from RI
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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"Ah. These are great!"
These shoes are so beautiful, it's almost a shame to wear them rather than just sit in your room and stare at them. They have a classic, sleek silhouette without the huge tongue that normal Sambas have. The green stripes and the gold lettering are perfect and what colors would look like in heaven. The tongue looks like its plastic but it's not; it's nice and thin and flexible unlike that of the Gazelle 2. These Sambas may feel a bit stiff at first, but it's probably only because I'm used to the Dragons I have been wearing for four years, such a long time that the leather is now as flimsy as any of my canvas shoes. So you know shoes like this get better with age in terms of comfort and style. As Bill Murray exclaims in The Life Aquatic when trying on vintage Adidas ROMs, a similar shoe: "Ah. These are great!" A lot of people said you have to get a half size higher than normal. I ordered an 11.5 which is the same size I wear in my Adidas Dragons, Adidas Gazelle 2's, Adidas Superstar 2's, Adidas Forest Hills 82's, Adidas Kareem Lo's, and Converse Jack Purcells. But I wear an 11 in Chucks and Vans Authentics. So now you will know what size to order if you know what size you take in any of those shoes.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Adidas Gazelle Indoor (rare but awesome vintage shoes)
2009-01-29 08:23:20 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from St Louis
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Speedy Delivery!
Bought these shoes 2 days ago and they just arrived. Best online purchase I've ever made. Getting here in 2 days with 7 inches of snow outside my house is quality service. Shoes fit true very comfy.
2009-01-05 14:16:32 adidas Originals Samba
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Karen
from Fort Montgomery, New York
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Great shoe, the kids love them and are comfortable and nice and neat looking.
2009-01-02 10:59:38 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from San Luis Obispo
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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LOVE THEM!!!
This is a great style shoe with good comfort and support (according to my teenage son). He is very particular about his shoes, and hasn't taken these off. The nice low profile works great with the slim jeans bottom.
2008-12-01 11:56:43 adidas Originals Samba
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Felix
from Berrien Springs, MI
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Beautiful Kicks -
The shoes were delivered incredibly fast. I ordered them at night and they arrived the next afternoon. Sambas are classics that everyone should own. Comfortable, stylish and classic, these kicks are amazing!!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Puma
2008-11-23 08:31:58 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from Chicago
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Excellent support and flexible -
I am in a pretty active form of theatre and these shoes support long rehearsals and the walks to and from the rehearsal. They are holding up well as the rough Chicago winter approaches and I imagine they'll last me through to the next one. The orange accents on my pair are just enough to be fun but not too much so that I can't wear them with any casual jeans-and-shirt combo.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Rocket Dogs
2008-11-04 19:53:08 adidas Originals Samba
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Larry
from Sheboygan, Wisconsin
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Zappos. Yes. Sambas. Yes -
I was wowed by the incredible customer service. I will be back again. Thanks for making the customer come first.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: More Adidas
2008-10-23 07:32:57 adidas Originals Samba
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B
from Chicago
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Shoe Size: Felt a full size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
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Running small but hot -
I picked these up a few weeks back and had to send back a different size. I'm a pretty strict 11 and I went to a 12. They fit great, look even better and I get compliments right and left.
2008-10-23 05:38:45 adidas Originals Samba
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Anonymous
from Saint Charles, MO
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Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked
Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support
Sambas -
Originally I ordered the size I usually wear, men’s 9. They were a little tight and snug so I then returned them for a man’s 10. These still didn't fit as well as another pair of Sambas that I have but I love the style and look of the shoes and I kept them. Briefly, I loved ordering from Zappos since I couldn't find those "old style" shoes anywhere. You made the purchase and exchange the easiest ever. I will be ordering again. You are the best!!
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: love the old style looking sambas. Not a huge heavy shoe. I like that style.
2008-10-11 08:25:01 adidas Originals Samba
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Joe C
from Ohio
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Shoe Size: Felt true to size
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Perfect!!! When I first opened the box I was in marvel about how wonderful these shoe looked, but as I put them on I noticed how stiff and hot they were, but I kept wearing them for about a week and sure enough, they became broken in. Tongue loosened up and the back became less of an issue, but they definitely became better. I don't know about the arch support because I have special inserts for all my shoes. The only remaining problem is the crease in the front part from the breaking in.
Other shoes recommended by reviewer: Mexico 66's by aasics
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